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DNA 1 

 

Digital Network Amplifier 

User's Manual 

 

Summary of Contents for DNA

Page 1: ...audionet DNA 1 Digital Network Amplifier User s Manual ...

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Page 3: ... 2 Digital input 13 5 2 Audio output 13 5 2 1 Speaker terminals 13 5 2 2 Preamplifier output 14 5 2 3 Headphones Socket 14 5 3 Other connections 14 5 3 1 Network USB WLAN 14 5 3 2 USB Audio 14 5 3 3 Audionet Link 15 6 Usage 16 6 1 Basic operations 16 6 1 1 Powering up 16 6 1 2 Switching on and off 17 6 1 3 Mains phase detection 18 6 1 4 Using Audionet Link 19 6 1 5 Control elements on the front pa...

Page 4: ... 31 8 1 Overview device menu 32 8 2 Select input 33 8 3 Global setup 34 8 3 1 Headphones 34 8 3 2 Display 35 8 3 3 Balance Left Right 36 8 3 4 Auto start 37 8 3 5 By Pass channel 38 8 3 6 Phono Card 40 8 3 7 Power off mode 41 8 3 8 Channel name 42 8 3 9 Volume offset 42 8 4 Network setup 43 8 4 1 Manage Network 44 8 4 1 1 Restart Network Driver 44 8 4 1 2 Save Apply Settings 44 8 4 1 3 Load Factor...

Page 5: ... 0 3 55 8 4 10 Example for Network setup 56 8 5 Reset Factory Defaults 60 8 5 1 Reset All Settings 60 8 5 2 Reset Network Module 61 8 6 Device info 62 9 Security system 63 10 Additional information 64 10 1 Glossary 64 10 2 Link collection 66 10 2 1 Wireless security 66 10 3 Error handling FAQ 67 10 4 Security advice 68 10 5 Factory defaults 69 10 6 Specifications 70 ...

Page 6: ... They are unique creations designed to inspire musical enjoyment and have an excellent reputation amongst all connoisseurs throughout the world Each and every one of our precision manufactured devices is individually crafted at our Bochum works by our experienced and passionate workforce But before you start listening to your new Audionet DNA 1 please read this manual carefully so you are able to ...

Page 7: ...rd mains cord WLAN antenna 1 2 Transport Important Please transport the DNA 1 only in the included package Always use the provided cloth bag to prevent scratches on the casing Please allow the DNA 1 to adapt to the climatic conditions in your listening room before you switch on the unit for the first time after transport ...

Page 8: ...8 2 Overview front panel up key down key Display IR remote control receiver set key power key A USB ...

Page 9: ... OUT left right 4 Headphones output 5 additional earth connector 6 Audionet Link output LINK OUT 7 Serial control port RS232 8 Mains input 9 Marking mains phase 10 Mains switch 11 Speaker output left 12 Speaker output right 13 Connector WLAN a ntenna 14 USB connector 15 Ethernet connector LAN 16 Digital input optical 17 Digital input electrical 18 USB Audio Input ...

Page 10: ...lly not on top of power amplifiers preamplifiers or similar devices that produce heat Both units could suffer damage from thermal overload Do not place other units on top of the DNA 1 Both units could suffer damage from thermal overload Do not use the unit in places where it is exposed to vibrations Do not place the unit close to loudspeakers or into the corner of a room where it is exposed to hig...

Page 11: ...you should switch off the DNA 1 from the mains using mains switch 10 Then to disconnect the unit completely from mains power grid pull the mains plug Tip The use of high quality mains cords can improve sound quality Ask your local dealer for more information 4 3 Orientation of mains plug The correct polarization of mains is important for reasons of audio clarity and stability Please connect the ma...

Page 12: ...ight input of the same number printed on the back panel of the DNA 1 to the corresponding output of the source you would like to connect to the DNA 1 5 1 1 1 Optional phono input The DNA 1 can be upgraded with a phono preamplifier Use input IN 1 1 2 to connect the turntable Please connect the ground wire of the turntable to the terminal GND 5 Important If the DNA 1 is equipped with the optional ph...

Page 13: ... spades as well as simple cable ends Look out for the correct connection of your speaker cables Usually the terminals of your speakers are marked and The DNA 1 uses the same marks Note Wrong speaker polarization will result in severe loss of sound quality In case you would like to bi wire your speakers please insert the cable to the tweeters from the rear using banana plugs and mount the cables to...

Page 14: ...s on page 34 5 3 Other connections 5 3 1 Network USB WLAN The Ethernet port LAN 15 is a standard RJ45 socket for network cables Cat cable 10 100 Mbit BASE T The WLAN port WLAN 13 uses a SMA connection to attach the provided WLAN antenna With the articulated joint the antenna can be turned into two directions The USB port USB 14 is a TYPE A socket USB 2 0 for external hard drive USB sticks etc Note...

Page 15: ...y attention to the length of the USB cable If the cable is too long you might diminish sound quality and or experience dropouts during playback 5 3 3 Audionet Link For your convenience the DNA 1 can switch on off all other Audionet units e g power amplifiers connected via Audionet Link by a simple touch on the remote control or the power key on the front panel You only need a simple optical TosLin...

Page 16: ...rate the mains switch 10 on the back panel The display shows a welcome message for a brief moment After that the DNA 1 is in stand by mode Only in cases of extended absence like vacations or if massive trouble on the mains power is to be expected e g thunder storms it is recommended to disconnect the DNA 1 from the mains While the DNA 1 is in stand by mode operate mains switch 10 on the back panel...

Page 17: ...on of mains plug on page 11 After that the unit is in normal operating mode and ready to use If you would like to switch off the unit please press the power key on the front panel The display shows the message and the unit enters stand by mode Note Of course you may switch on off the DNA 1 with the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 For detailed information please refer to section 7 Audionet Metal...

Page 18: ...ation is incorrect If you are alerted by the above message switch off the unit by pressing the power key Please wait until the display no longer reads Disconnect the DNA 1 from mains by operating the mains switch 10 Now pull the mains plug and re insert it into the mains socket rotated by 180 If you switch on the unit again the warning shouldn t appear any longer Important If the DNA 1 issues the ...

Page 19: ...l The front panel has four keys to control the DNA 1 see section 2 Overview front panel on page 8 With these keys you can control all functions as well as all setup options to adjust the unit to your preferences see section 8 Device setup on page 31 power Use key to switch on off the unit see section 6 1 2 Switching on and off on page 17 set Press key shortly to change input channel see section 6 ...

Page 20: ...ssignment RC 2 on page 28 You will need it especially for the NET input channel see section 6 2 1 3 NET input on page 21 The following illustrations will show you the differences between the input channels Your display could be different because of your selected system setup 6 2 1 1 Analog input channel 6 2 1 2 Digital input channel D 1 BAL Digital In 1 PCM 44 1kHz 60 dB Input Balance Left Right V...

Page 21: ... NET input View 1 View 2 Folder icon Marker Media devices and internet radio Marker position Internetradio USB UPnP Server 1 of 4 NET BAL Streaming In 60 dB Input Balance Left Right Volume Headphones Channel name ...

Page 22: ...radio station WDR Event Track name mp3 128 kbps Play state Play Stop Pause Data type Title Interpreter Station text Station name Data rate Ludwig van Beethoven Für Elise WoO 59 mp3 00 00 01 Play time Album Play state Play Stop Pause Media type Title Interpreter ...

Page 23: ...e apps aMM and iMM to mute your DNA 1 Press key of the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 to mute or un mute your DNA 1 Just as well as the input selection the DNA 1 uses soft muting i e volume is stepped down gently to 80 dB and then the outputs are switched off The display informs the user of a muted unit with the text MUTE Even if the dim level is set to Off the text is displayed To un mute the...

Page 24: ...no Analog Inputs IN 1 1 2 6 AN2 Unbalanced Line Analog Inputs IN 2 1 2 7 AN3 Unbalanced Line Analog Inputs IN 3 1 2 The DNA 1 features a soft input selection During the switching of inputs first the volume is stepped down to 80 dB followed by switching off the outputs Now the input section switches to the new input channel Afterwards the outputs are switched on again and finally the volume is step...

Page 25: ...T input Select the first menu item Internet Radio using the OK key Navigate to menu entry Get Access Code 13 of 14 Confirm with OK Your access code consists of eight digits and is now shown in line 3 3 of 3 Write down this code and enter it in the registration window within your browser Important Once you obtained your access code using Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 write down the given code ...

Page 26: ...with the OK key get one level back with the O key Alternatively use function Virtual Streaming Client of the RCP see manual RCP 6 2 5 3 UPnP server The easiest way to play music from an UPnP server is to use the software Audionet RCP or Apps aMM for Android or iMM for iOS Note Please read the separately available user s manual to our software Audionet RCP You will find it on our website www audion...

Page 27: ...the DNA 1 via the optional Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 The keys and their corresponding functions will be explained in detail in the following sections CHANN VOLUM ƒ O audionet RC 2 CH DNx PRE 4 9 7 8 VOL ä 1 2 6 4 11 7 13 10 12 17 18 21 16 19 5 8 9 15 14 3 20 ...

Page 28: ...ting through menus moves cursor one step to the left or selectes previous option 12 for navigating through menus moves cursor one step to the right or selectes previous option 13 for navigating through menus moves cursor one step downwards 14 OK acknowledge selection or enter menus folders 15 ä enter main menu to setup your system 16 O cancle current setup option get back to parent folder menu 17 ...

Page 29: ...nt 7 3 Settings for Audionet DNA 1 Important The Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 is configured to control the DNA 1 by factory default You do not have to perform any additional configurations For the sake of completeness the following section explains the correct setup for the DNA 1 Depending on their type Audionet pre amplifiers use different system addresses for their remote control code A DI...

Page 30: ...the system address is located here To configure the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 for controlling the DNA 1 put both sliders of the DIP switch labelled SYS ADDRESS in position 19 DIP switch for system address on RC 2 for DNA 1 both slider have to be set to position 19 ...

Page 31: ...m up down are used to select setup menu items or change parameters For a more comfortable access use the directional keys on the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 see section 7 Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 on page 27 The most comfortable way to setup your DNA 1 is to use our software Audionet RCP Use mouse and keyboard to adjust each parameter The computer display provides all information a...

Page 32: ...ume Offset Setup offset to adjust level differences between input channels Network Setup Manage Network Manage network setup Connection Type Select type of network connection DHCP Switch on off DHCP IP Address Setup IP address for your DNA 1 IP Mask Setup subnet mask Gateway Setup gateway IP address DNS Setup DNS IP address RCP Port Setup network port for software Audionet RCP Wireless Setup Setup...

Page 33: ...ctrical Digital Inputs IN 1 17 2 D2 Digital optical Digital Inputs IN 2 16 3 NET Stream USB Internetradio Network 15 14 13 4 USB USB Audio In USB Audio 18 5 AN1 Unbalanced Line Phono Analog Inputs IN 1 1 2 6 AN2 Unbalanced Line Analog Inputs IN 2 1 2 7 AN3 Unbalanced Line Analog Inputs IN 3 1 2 The DNA 1 features a soft input selection During the switching of inputs first the volume is stepped dow...

Page 34: ...adphones output Tip If you connect your power amplifier to the Audionet Link output LINK OUT 6 of the DNA 1 it will be switched off automatically as soon as you select the headphones option Headphones active Audionet Link disabled Thus you are able to enjoy music with your headphones and need not to worry about the amplifier In case you deactivate the headphones output by selecting the option Head...

Page 35: ...lay saver the display shows only the number of the selected input channel and current volume level in the form of An2 47dB The display brightness is always reduced to 25 and the location of the information text will change randomly every 12 seconds to prevent any burn in effect of the display The display saver is deactivated and the display returns to its normal mode as soon as any user input is d...

Page 36: ...tes a balance shift by the corresponding icon in the lower middle of the display Thus you are able to see whether the balance was shifted at any time see section 6 2 1 Display on page 20 A balance shift is carried out internally by attenuating the corresponding channel i e if the balance is shifted to the right the level of the left channel is attenuated and vice versa Tip For a more comfortable a...

Page 37: ...ode active The Auto Start function is active As soon as you connect the DNA 1 to mains i e use the mains switch 10 on the back panel the unit starts up automatically to normal operating mode Use this setting for timer controlled operations Tip For a more comfortable access use the directional keys on the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 see section 7 Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 on page 27...

Page 38: ...cinema setup or to expand an existing excellent stereophonic system based on the DNA 1 to a complete home cinema setup without missing out on the qualities of the DNA 1 To realize this kind of setup please proceed as follows 1 Connect your home cinema preamplifier according to its user s manual 2 Connect the output for the front channels Left and Right not to the power amplifier but to one of the ...

Page 39: ...ode in the setup option Set input channel for By Pass Mode The signal at the input channel selected for By Pass Mode operations is passed through the DNA 1 at a level of 0 dB i e no change in volume level to the outputs and amplifiers As soon as you select a different input channel the special function By Pass Mode is switched off automatically and the DNA 1 resumes the last volume setting Importa...

Page 40: ...urntable and pick up system Otherwise ask your local dealer for support Tip For a more comfortable access use the directional keys on the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 see section 7 Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 on page 27 Acknowledge your selection with the OK key Phono Card missing Chose this adjustment if no phono card is attached to your DNA 1 Phono Card installed Phono Gain 40 70dB ...

Page 41: ...twork interface remains activated and the DNA 1 start up process is accelerated because the network interface must not boot up first Furthermore you can use software Audionet RCP to power on If you select Quick Start mode the power consumption is increased For further details please see section 10 6 Specifications on page 70 Tip For a more comfortable access use the directional keys on the Audione...

Page 42: ...s and hold set for longer than 2 seconds or press key to move the cursor one position to the right Key moves the cursor one position to the left To finish editing the channel name press set or OK Note For easier editing of the channel name use the software Audionet RCP see user s manual RCP All settings apply to the currently selected input channel 8 3 9 Volume offset To offset differences between...

Page 43: ...ys up down on the front panel or keys of the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 to alter the character marked by the cursor Press and hold set for longer than 2 seconds or press key to move the cursor one position to the right Key moves the cursor one position to the left To erase the character marked by the cursor use key O To finish editing press set or OK Note You will find a step by step examp...

Page 44: ...irm your selection with set or OK The DNA 1 issues the following message It takes about 30 seconds for the driver to restart Then your Audionet device will be available in the network again 8 4 1 2 Save Apply Settings You have to select this option every time you finished the network configuration and want to save and apply the new values Any changes made to your network setup will be dismissed wi...

Page 45: ...lt settings After successfully loading the factory defaults the cursor automatically marks the menu item Save Apply Settings You must execute this menu item as described in section 8 4 1 2 Save Apply Settings on page 44 to apply the factory defaults Note You have to execute menu item Save and Apply Settings if you want to save and apply the factory default settings Otherwise this configuration wil...

Page 46: ...d its submenus are only available if you select Wireless WiFi 802 11 8 4 3 DHCP disabled DHCP client mode is disabled active Your DNA 1 will try to get information via DHCP Note If DHCP is active the following menu items IP Address IP Mask Gateway and DNS are not available as this information are provided by the DCHP server in your network SET CONNECTION TYPE Wireless WiFi 802 11 Connection Type t...

Page 47: ...address type is IPv4 e g 192 168 178 222 Tip Use the directional keys on your Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 Confirm everything with OK key Note Each block of an IP address consists of three digits Sometimes the triplets are not written down in full length i e the leading zeros are omitted For a valid IP addresses you have to always enter all 3 digits If necessary amend the leading zeros Examp...

Page 48: ...mes the triplets are not written down in full length i e the leading zeros are omitted For a valid IP addresses you have to always enter all 3 digits If necessary amend the leading zeros Example 0 1 10 100 has to be entered as 000 001 010 100 8 4 6 Gateway Enter the IP address of the gateway in your network e g 192 168 178 001 SET GATEWAY ADDRESS 192 168 178 001 Gateway IP Address Title SET IP MAS...

Page 49: ... 0 1 10 100 has to be entered as 000 001 010 100 8 4 7 DNS Setup your DNS IP address e g 192 168 178 001 Tip Use the directional keys on your Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 Confirm everything with OK key The DNS IP address is usually the same as the router IP address Note Each block of an IP address consists of three digits Sometimes the triplets are not written down in full length i e the lea...

Page 50: ...eys on your Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 to adjust port number Confirm with OK key 8 4 9 Wireless setup All Wi Fi settings have to be entered manually Gather the necessary information to setup the Wi Fi connection from the settings of your router or access point If you have no access to this information please ask your network administrator Depending on the security type for your Wi Fi conne...

Page 51: ...A2 encryption method for your Wi Fi connection 8 4 9 1 SSID Enter the name of your Wi Fi connection Please mind the case sensitive input Note Use keys up down on the front panel or keys of the Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 to alter the character marked by the cursor Press and hold set for longer than 2 seconds or press key to move the cursor one position to the right Key moves the cursor one ...

Page 52: ... was a transitional standard to replace WEP until the new WPA2 was defined not recommended WPA2PSK Wi Fi Protected Access 2 Pre Shared Key is the regular standard for Wi Fi security recommended Note You will find Wikipedia links to all security method related terms in section 10 2 1 Wireless security on page 66 Tip Use directional keys on your Audionet Metal Remote Control RC 2 to adjust port numb...

Page 53: ...or press key to move the cursor one position to the right Key moves the cursor one position to the left To finish editing press set or OK To erase the character marked by the cursor use key O In this case the key O does not return to the parent menu To exit without saving changes please press key ä The passphrase has to consist of at least 8 characters Maximum length is 63 characters The longer th...

Page 54: ...n and for shared Confirm the adjustment with the OK key We strongly recommend using WPA2PSK standard to secure your Wi Fi connection WEP is not secure 8 4 9 5 WEP key index Select the Index Key 0 3 Note Select the WEP key index with your directional keys Confirm the adjustment with the OK key SET WEP INDEX KEY WEP Key Index 0 WEP index Title SET WEP AUTHENTICATION open WEP mode Title ...

Page 55: ...ove the cursor one position to the right Key moves the cursor one position to the left To finish editing press set or OK To erase the character marked by the cursor use key O In this case the key O does not return to the parent menu To exit without saving changes please press key ä A WEP key contains only numbers 0 9 and letters a f Length of WEP keys 64 bit hex WEP key 10 characters 128 bit hex W...

Page 56: ...ection type with the keys Connection types Wired Ethernet and Wireless WiFi 802 11 are available Confirm with OK In this example we assume that you do not use DHCP in your network Therefore we disable the DHCP function and set a fixed IP address Open the menu item DHCP press the key to select disabled and confirm with OK key The DNA 1 recognizes the new setting and switches back to the Network Set...

Page 57: ...press set or OK Select the menu item IP Mask and compare the default settings with the data of your network The default value 255 255 255 000 is probably suitable for most of the home networks Confirm with OK Otherwise enter your settings as described above with IP address The gateway in your network is probably the router so you have to set the router s IP address as gateway address Enter the cor...

Page 58: ...y Settings Confirm with OK The new created network profile with all its settings is now saved and will immediately be applied Wi Fi adjustment Go to menu Manage Network and select Connection Type Now change the setting to Wireless WiFi 802 11 and confirm with OK Menu item Wireless Setup is now available in the menu Network Settings Now you have to enter the network name SSID and network security k...

Page 59: ...e OK key As the WEP mode is out of date and unsecure we only describe the setup of WPA2PSK security mode At last select menu item WPA Pass Phrase and enter your Wi Fi security key Example 1x2y3z4a5b Confirm your input with OK Network settings are entered and ready to be saved and applied Save network profile Select Save Apply Settings from the menu item Manage Network and confirm with OK The new c...

Page 60: ...n the front panel shortly Now select the menu item Reset All Settings Confirm your selection by pressing the OK key or press the set key on the front panel shortly Press up at the front panel or the on the remote control to start the reset procedure reverting all settings to the factory default values After completing the reset procedure the DNA 1 will power down and then perform a restart Importa...

Page 61: ...r press the set key on the front panel shortly Press up at the front panel or the on the remote control to start the reset procedure reverting all settings to the factory default values After completing the reset procedure the DNA 1 will power down and then perform a restart Important After resetting the network module the connection to your network might be lost and will only be established again...

Page 62: ...sion Boot loader version Proceed to the second page by pressing the set or OK The second page contains the following information Connection Type DHCP adjustment IP Address of the device Device Info Device DNA 1 MAC 1F 2E 3D 4C 5B 6A FW 01 02 0012 BL 00 08 NETWORK STATUS Wired Ethernet DHCP IP 192 168 178 222 ...

Page 63: ...use Overload short circuit or defective speaker Overheating ventilation slots covered High Frequency defective preamplifier stage DC Voltage exceeding DC level at the output defective preamplifier stage or source unit Power Failure temporary breakdown of mains The error message remains in the display Press the power key on the front panel to get into the stand by mode Important Remove cause of err...

Page 64: ...ection between LAN and WAN Nowadays all devices mentioned above are built in one device which is called router IP Address The IP Address identifies a device in the network It is comparable to a postal address An IP address can only be used once within a network IPv4 192 168 0 1 common standard IPv6 2001 db8 1428 57ab future standard DNS Server A DNS Server translates textual request to IP addresse...

Page 65: ...g on it NAS Network Attached Storage A NAS is a network storage device which makes data e g music pictures video and documents easily accessible to all network devices UPnP MS Universal Plug and Play Media Server UPnP is a defined network standard to connect clients and servers It is very easy to use because you do not have to set up a lot Only connect and play UPnP media servers are the most comm...

Page 66: ...oks in wiki article 10 2 1 Wireless security WPA http en wikipedia org wiki Wi Fi_Protected_Access WPA2 http en wikipedia org wiki Wi Fi_Protected_Access WPA2 PSK http en wikipedia org wiki Pre shared_key EAP Radius http en wikipedia org wiki RADIUS http en wikipedia org wiki Extensible_Authentication_Protocol WEP http en wikipedia org wiki Wired_Equivalent_Privacy ...

Page 67: ...h on again If there is still a problem contact your local dealer for support Which control has no function If the remote control does not react try the front panel keys maybe it is only a problem of the remote control Remote control has no function Please check the batteries first and replace them if necessary Please check the position of the DIP switches see section 7 3 Settings for Audionet DNA ...

Page 68: ...en the case Unauthorized opening will cause loss of guarantee Prevent short circuit to the outputs Switch off all devices if you plug any cable Use a dry cloth for cleaning If massive trouble on the mains power grid is to be expected Disconnect all devices from mains to prevent electrical overload Disconnect antenna and network connections as well We would like to wish you many exciting listening ...

Page 69: ...Mode normal Volume Offset 0 dB Channel Name Digital In Optical In Streaming In USB Audio In Phono Input Line In 2 Line In 3 Network Setup DHCP active IP Address 192 168 178 222 IP Mask 255 255 255 000 Gateway 192 168 178 001 DNS 192 168 178 001 RCP Port 54321 Wireless Setup SSID blank Wireless Security WPA2PSK WPA Pass Phrase blank WEP Authentication open WEP Key Index 0 WEP Key 0 blank WEP Key 1 ...

Page 70: ... gold plated Teflon isolated Input digital 1 SPDIF RCA jack gold plated Teflon isolated 1 SPDIF TosLink 1 USB A for USB stick ext hard disk etc 1 USB B Mini USB Audio 2 0 asynchronous 1 RJ45 Ethernet 10 100 BASE T 1 SMA Connector WLAN Input impedance Line input 50 kΩ real Output 2 pair speaker connector 4 mm jack gold plated 1 pair Pre Out RCA jack gold plated Teflon isolated 1 Audionet Link optic...

Page 71: ...mm black anodized Chassis sheet steel black varnished Specials automatic mains phase detection separated power supply for digital and analog section fully DC coupled no condenser in signal path By Passmode e g forintegrationofhomecinemasystem Audionet Link output to remote control Audionet devices switchable headphone output Options Phono card for MM und MC pick up Audionet Metal Remote Control RC...

Page 72: ...fications and design are subject to changes without prior notice audionet is a trademark of Idektron GmbH Co KG Engineered and produced by Idektron GmbH Co KG Herner Str 299 Gebäude 6 44809 Bochum Germany www audionet de kontakt audionet de ...

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